AYRE QB-9DSD - Manual (Page 6)

Connections and
Installation
The Ayre QB-9
DSD
is easy to connect and use. The
following guidelines will ensure that the installation
goes smoothly.
Analog Outputs
The Ayre QB-9 DSD offers both balanced and
single-ended outputs. Balanced connections are
made via XLR connectors, while single-ended
connections are made via RCA connectors.
When you have a choice, a balanced connection
will offer slightly higher sound quality than a
single-ended connection.
USB Input
The USB input uses the squarish “B” type connector
designed for computer peripheral devices. The
rectangular “A” type connector at the other end of
the cable plugs directly into the computer. The
maximum recommended cable length is 10 feet (3
meters). It is not recommended to use extenders or
hubs with the QB-9
DSD .
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